Say Hello To Lyle
A Bit Of Background…”
We are excited that Lyle has joined the team, with his vast knowledge of large-scale events we know he is going to add a wealth of knowledge. He has joined as Operations Director and as a result, will be coordinating the rest of the team both in terms of event organisation but also on-site with events. We thought we would sit down with Lyle and ask a few questions to give you a bit more background…
Welcome to Four Gables Events, tell us a bit about your role and what you are looking forward to getting your teeth into?
Good to be here! I am looking forward to my role as operations director at Four Gables, already an impressive outfit with many well-deserved awards. I am eager to help grow the business and constantly explore new opportunities for us as a company but also on a personal level. Four Gables is tasked with some of the highest responsibilities in terms of the type of events we do and I want to improve where we can, innovate whenever possible and leave a positive impact on all those who we work with.
Tell us about that accent of yours, where is home?
South African born and bred. I have lived in both the capital city Johannesburg as well as the coveted Cape Town. Possibly one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Happy to call UK my home now and I look forward to exploring more of what this Island has to offer.
Experience, I heard a rumour about event promotion in Cape Town – sounds great… Tell us more?
I have been in events my entire adult life. I have been fortunate to own and operate many of my own brands in South Africa from large scale music events to food festivals. I worked with some of the biggest music acts in the world and for that am eternally grateful. Not many people know but Cape Town is voted the number 1 event destination in the world. So I grew up in the festival garden of Eden as was fortunate to be a top player in the industry.
What about you, what do you love to do – describe your perfect day?
The nature of the events business is very demanding with lots of organisation to execute, problems to solve and rabbits to pull. So on my off days I like to be the “client” and enjoy a day out filled with friends, food, drinks and music. If not front left at a festival I love expanding my knowledge on many subjects by watching and learning. Don’t get me wrong, a day on the couch with a good pizza and movie is right up there too!
What is your favourite country you have visited on your travels? What makes it stand out above the others?
I have yet to experience many places and can’t wait to explore more of Europe but for now, I am very drawn to Spain. Not only did I get engaged on the Balcon de Europe at the Costa del sol, I just love the small coastal towns and the sense of community the Spanish embrace. I am also quite attracted to the mandatory siestas. Thailand also holds a special place in my heart. The people are so friendly and welcoming and the natural beauty is jaw-dropping. Some of the best sunsets I have ever seen are from islands over there, especially Koh Phangan.
